Jackie, Joan sent me the article from the paper about Ray. I had heard he was not well and am so sorry he is now gone. It's certainly not easy, even if you think you are prepared; but please know you are in my thoughts and prayers. May God be with you and help you through this time. Warmly, Polly

- Polly Spencer, Oklahoma City, OK.

Dear Jackie---We both want you to know we share your loss and pray for you to have strength and courage during these difficult times. We always looked forward to visiting with both of you at the Phi Theta Kappa Foundation Board meetings. Ray's legacy will live on in the contributions you and Ray have made that help so many students realize their dreams. Janice and Joyce Freeman

- Drs. Janice and Joyce Freeman, Corpus Christi, TX

As a Phi Theta Kappa alumna, I was honored to meet Mr. Hites in the build-up to the Hites Scholarship formal launch. I was moved by how deeply he cared for community college students, believed in our abilities, and wanted to see us (and our institutions) succeed. He was more than a donor; he was our true friend, whether he individually knew us or not. I am constantly amazed by the transformation and injection of enthusiasm he brought to the entire Phi Theta Kappa membership. Mr. Hites changed the lives of countless people simply by believing in us. Please accept my deepest condolences for his family and loved ones at this difficult time, and my gratitude for your willingness to share this wonderful man and his heart with others. His is a legacy that will last in brilliant light for generations.

- J. Ashley Odell, Manchester, CT

Ray was the number one cheerleader for Pat and Jackie's tennis team during the state championship run. He was very supportive and attended every match for the team. Pat came home every day and commented on how much she appreciated his presence at the matches. Pete Stukenberg

- Pat and Pete Stukenberg, Savannah, Ga.

Sorry for your lose, Jackie. Ray will be sorely missed at all of the great Marsh Tower events. He helped make our neighborhood what it is. You have our sympathy. John and Shirley Courter

- John and Shirley Courter, Savannah, GA

Ray was a Great guy. Always upbeat and happy. He will be missed by all that knew Him.

- Sandy & Joe McLaughlin, Savannah, GA

Oh - how sad that Ray has passed. I remember the two of you as if it was yesterday. I am so sorry and offer my thoughts and prayers. We are settled outside of Buffalo and have had an amazing snow winter (that is if you like LOTS of snow). I hope you are well, Jackie, and have the support of so many friends at the Landings. Pat

- Pat and Marion Lach, Williamsville, NY

The memory of Ray Hites will live on because of the generosity of the Hites' family in establishing a scholarship fund with Phi Theta Kappa for two year community college graduates to continue their education. All of us on the Phi Theta Kappa Foundation Board will miss Ray.

- David and Judy Shinn, Washington, DC

Ray will be missed by so many. His support of scholarships for so many students has created a tremendous legacy. We should all aspire to be as giving as Ray - he was a special man.

- Mark Davis, Atlanta, GA

Jackie - Although I did not know Ray, in conversations with you after golf I sensed you two were very close and enjoyed an active lifestyle. It is so difficult to lose your mate. Time is really a great healer. Remember the good times. Sue Haake, Savannah, GA

- Sue Haake, Savannah, GA

We are so sorry to hear of Rays passing; and we are thinking of you and the family at this difficult time. Although we are fairly new to the Marsh Tower lane family if there is anything we can do to help please just ask.

- Al & Noel Powell, Savannah, Ga

Dear Jackie, Lou and I were so sad to hear of Ray's passing. We will always remember that fabulous smile, we loved seeing you on Sundays at Marshwood and at our favorite deli. We will keep you in our prayers, and are here for you if you need anything.

- Gerry and Lou Molella, Savannah, Ga

We were surprised and sad to hear of Ray's passing. He will be sorely missed by you and all his friends. May you have consolation in your grieving of fond memories of your life together.

- Bruce and Jeanne Powley, Savannah, GA

Dear Jackie- We are saddened by Ray's passing. He was a lovely man and a great neighbor. We will always remember our leisurely conversations over bagels at the deli, thoroughly covering the "events of the day". Please let us know if there is anything we can do for you. Phyllis and Don

- Don and Phyllis Powell, Savannah, GA

Jackie, We are so sad to hear about Ray's passing. You two were such a wonderful couple. May you lean on all your friends to help you through your grief. Rus and Jan Boekenheide

- Boekenheide, Savannah, Ga

We are so sorry to hear about Ray. He always had a smile for us. Keep your memories close to your heart.

- Don and Diane Tornberg, Tucson, AZ

We share your grief and will miss Ray. Let me know if I can help in any way

- Dick Miller, Savannah, GA

Jackie, Joan sent me the article from the paper about Ray. I had heard he was not well and am so sorry he is now gone. It's certainly not easy, even if you think you are prepared; but please know you are in my thoughts and prayers. May God be with you and help you through this time. Warmly, Polly

- Polly Spencer, Oklahoma City, OK.

Dear Jackie---We both want you to know we share your loss and pray for you to have strength and courage during these difficult times. We always looked forward to visiting with both of you at the Phi Theta Kappa Foundation Board meetings. Ray's legacy will live on in the contributions you and Ray have made that help so many students realize their dreams. Janice and Joyce Freeman

- Drs. Janice and Joyce Freeman, Corpus Christi, TX

As a Phi Theta Kappa alumna, I was honored to meet Mr. Hites in the build-up to the Hites Scholarship formal launch. I was moved by how deeply he cared for community college students, believed in our abilities, and wanted to see us (and our institutions) succeed. He was more than a donor; he was our true friend, whether he individually knew us or not. I am constantly amazed by the transformation and injection of enthusiasm he brought to the entire Phi Theta Kappa membership. Mr. Hites changed the lives of countless people simply by believing in us. Please accept my deepest condolences for his family and loved ones at this difficult time, and my gratitude for your willingness to share this wonderful man and his heart with others. His is a legacy that will last in brilliant light for generations.

- J. Ashley Odell, Manchester, CT

Ray was the number one cheerleader for Pat and Jackie's tennis team during the state championship run. He was very supportive and attended every match for the team. Pat came home every day and commented on how much she appreciated his presence at the matches. Pete Stukenberg

- Pat and Pete Stukenberg, Savannah, Ga.

Sorry for your lose, Jackie. Ray will be sorely missed at all of the great Marsh Tower events. He helped make our neighborhood what it is. You have our sympathy. John and Shirley Courter

- John and Shirley Courter, Savannah, GA

Ray was a Great guy. Always upbeat and happy. He will be missed by all that knew Him.

- Sandy & Joe McLaughlin, Savannah, GA

Oh - how sad that Ray has passed. I remember the two of you as if it was yesterday. I am so sorry and offer my thoughts and prayers. We are settled outside of Buffalo and have had an amazing snow winter (that is if you like LOTS of snow). I hope you are well, Jackie, and have the support of so many friends at the Landings. Pat

- Pat and Marion Lach, Williamsville, NY

The memory of Ray Hites will live on because of the generosity of the Hites' family in establishing a scholarship fund with Phi Theta Kappa for two year community college graduates to continue their education. All of us on the Phi Theta Kappa Foundation Board will miss Ray.

- David and Judy Shinn, Washington, DC

Ray will be missed by so many. His support of scholarships for so many students has created a tremendous legacy. We should all aspire to be as giving as Ray - he was a special man.

- Mark Davis, Atlanta, GA

Jackie - Although I did not know Ray, in conversations with you after golf I sensed you two were very close and enjoyed an active lifestyle. It is so difficult to lose your mate. Time is really a great healer. Remember the good times. Sue Haake, Savannah, GA

- Sue Haake, Savannah, GA

We are so sorry to hear of Rays passing; and we are thinking of you and the family at this difficult time. Although we are fairly new to the Marsh Tower lane family if there is anything we can do to help please just ask.

- Al & Noel Powell, Savannah, Ga

Dear Jackie, Lou and I were so sad to hear of Ray's passing. We will always remember that fabulous smile, we loved seeing you on Sundays at Marshwood and at our favorite deli. We will keep you in our prayers, and are here for you if you need anything.

- Gerry and Lou Molella, Savannah, Ga

We were surprised and sad to hear of Ray's passing. He will be sorely missed by you and all his friends. May you have consolation in your grieving of fond memories of your life together.

- Bruce and Jeanne Powley, Savannah, GA

Dear Jackie- We are saddened by Ray's passing. He was a lovely man and a great neighbor. We will always remember our leisurely conversations over bagels at the deli, thoroughly covering the "events of the day". Please let us know if there is anything we can do for you. Phyllis and Don

- Don and Phyllis Powell, Savannah, GA

Jackie, We are so sad to hear about Ray's passing. You two were such a wonderful couple. May you lean on all your friends to help you through your grief. Rus and Jan Boekenheide

- Boekenheide, Savannah, Ga

We are so sorry to hear about Ray. He always had a smile for us. Keep your memories close to your heart.

- Don and Diane Tornberg, Tucson, AZ

We share your grief and will miss Ray. Let me know if I can help in any way

- Dick Miller, Savannah, GA